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What do to with doggie poo?
By Submitted Article on May 15th, 2020
SUBMITTED BY THE SOUTHERN ALBERTA GROUP FOR THE ENVIRONMENT After snow melts and before grass grows, a stark sign of spring is the appearance of dog poo along sidewalks and trails in public spaces. Walking our pets hasn’t stopped during the COVID-19 virus pandemic; in fact, for many it has increased as daily exercise benefits ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!E-prescribing during the COVID pandemic
By Submitted Article on May 15th, 2020
Digital tool is improving patient safety in Lethbridge Dr. Sherine Ibrahim Physical distancing measures are working in Lethbridge. With just 13 COVID-19 cases to date, including 10 recoveries, our community has been largely spared the devastation we’ve seen in other cities across Canada and around the world. But our lives have still been impacted and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police charge man in fatal pedestrian collision
By Shurtz, Delon on May 15th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A 52-year-old Lethbridge man has been charged with careless driving following a collision last month that claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy. Neil Martin Skjodt is charged under the Traffic Safety Act, which allows for a maximum fine of $2,000 or six months in jail, or both. Sgt. Kevin ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘This isn’t over’: Caution urged as city begins to reopen
By Lethbridge Herald on May 14th, 2020
Tim KalinowskiLethbridge Heraldtkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.comThe City of Lethbridge Emergency Co-ordination Centre has approved the opening of most amenities in the city, but will not be opening playgrounds and picnic shelters for the time being.Director of Emergency Management Marc Rathwell made the announcement on Thursday that Lethbridge residents would be allowed to now use the disc golf course ... Read More »
1 responseCity Council welcomes new city manager to Lethbridge
By Lethbridge Herald on May 14th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge has announced it will be hiring former Canadian Veterans Ombudsman Craig Dalton as its new city manager.Deputy Mayor Jeffrey Coffman, who chaired the search committee which chose Dalton, said Dalton was “head and shoulders” above the other candidates whom they interviewed for the position.“We had an ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man found not guilty of sexual assault
By Shurtz, Delon on May 14th, 2020
Delon Shurtz lethbridge herald dshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A judge has rejected the evidence of a woman who claimed she was paid to have numerous sexual encounters with an elderly man when she was only a minor. Justice D. Blair Nixon said Wednesday in Lethbridge Court of Queen’s Bench the woman’s evidence during trial last year was inconsistent, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chief Mountain border crossing to remain closed
By Jensen, Randy on May 14th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Canada Border Services Agency has announced the seasonal opening of the Chief Mountain border crossing will be delayed until further notice due to COVID-19. The port of entry had originally been scheduled to open Friday, but will remain closed until international travel restrictions are lifted. Persons whose travel is essential must seek ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Preparing for return to office work
By Sulz, Dave on May 14th, 2020
Volunteer Lethbridge Association Volunteer Lethbridge connects and convenes individuals, groups and organizations to champion and leverage capacity across sectors. How the community can help: As organizations are preparing to return to an office work environment, there are many factors to consider in keeping with COVID-19 related safety protocol. HR Peninsula recommends the following general guidelines ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police commission to take another look at complaint
By Jensen, Randy on May 14th, 2020
Tim Kalinowski Lethbridge Herald tkalinowski@lethbridgeherald.com The disciplinary processes of the Lethbridge Police Commission are being questioned after a decision filed by the Alberta Law Enforcement Review Board found the police commission did not properly fulfil its oversight duties in response to an officer complaint about interim Chief of Police Scott Woods. “The complainant submitted that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge Regional Virtual Science Fair is now public
By Jensen, Randy on May 14th, 2020
LETHBRIDGE HERALD The Southern Alberta Technology Council (SATC), which has organized the Lethbridge Regional Science Fair and Science Olympics since 2002, is moving forward with this year’s virtual event. Project evaluation is complete and the event is now in the public phase. The public event features a virtual showcase of the submitted projects as well ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Think twice before taking Facebook quiz
By Submitted Article on May 14th, 2020
SUBMITTED BY THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU With most of Canada under orders to stay at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are turning to social media for a fun distraction. Taking a Facebook quiz may seem like a harmless way to pass the time while quarantined, but it could also give scammers your ... Read More »
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